When to plant lettuce in Wellington
Common questions
When can I sow lettuce outdoors in Wellington?
Direct-sow around late August (Aug 22–Sep 12) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 50%.
When will lettuce be ready to harvest in Wellington?
Expect to harvest from around mid October (Oct 13–Oct 28) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 45%.
When should I start lettuce seeds indoors in Wellington?
Start seeds indoors around late August (Aug 22–Sep 12) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 48%.
When can I transplant lettuce outdoors in Wellington?
Transplant outdoors around late August (Aug 29–Sep 19) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 50%.
Can I plant lettuce in autumn in Wellington?
Yes — Wellington supports a second, autumn sowing of lettuce around mid February (Feb 17–Mar 3), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Wellington?
Wellington has roughly 256 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow lettuce to maturity outdoors.
Sow lettuce as soon as the soil is workable — it tolerates cool weather and light frost. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and Wellington's frost dates.